Side Chair, 1715-1725

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Artifact Overview

Side chairs with elaborately turned legs and carving showed off the sophistication of their owner. Caning on seats and backs was an innovation from Asia, making seating lighter and more resilient.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Side chair

Date Made

1715-1725

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

59.82.10

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Cane (Plant material)
Maple (Wood)
Walnut (Wood)

Color

Black (Color)
Brown

Dimensions

Height: 47.125 in
Width: 19.125 in
Length: 18.375 in

Side Chair, 1715-1725